Clear Quote by Tertullian
“All the Scriptures give clear proof of the Trinity, and it is from these that our principle is deduced...the distinction of the Trinity is quite clearly displayed.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: De Trinitate, 2nd century AD
The text asserts that the Trinity is clearly demonstrated in Scripture, forming the basis for theological doctrine.
In simple terms: Scripture supports the doctrine of the Trinity.
Key Takeaway
Study scripture to understand core doctrines.
Themes
theology
scripture
doctrine
Mood
scholarly
didactic
Type
explanatory
theological
When to use this quote
- seminary coursework
- faith education
- sermon preparation
- personal study
Key Concepts
Trinitarian logic
historical theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does scriptural evidence shape belief?
- What challenges arise when interpreting ancient texts?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of Scripture can vary, challenging consensus.
![“Thus the connection of the Father in the Son, and of the Son in the Paraclete, produces three coherent Persons, who are yet distinct One from Another. These three are one [thing], not one [Person], as it is said, 'I and my Father are One,' in respect of unity of substance not singularity of number.” quote by Tertullian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/57d/tertullian-3469_connections_thus-the-connection-of-the-father-in-the_2699455.jpg)
![“[T]he Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost [are] three ... not in condition, but in degree; not in substance, but in form; not in power, but in aspect; yet of one substance, and of one condition, and of one power, inasmuch as He is one God, from whom these degrees and forms and aspects are…” quote by Tertullian](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ed1/tertullian-3469_aspect_t-he-father-the-son-and-the-holy-ghost-a_1199075.jpg)
![“We have no clear ideas of the agency of [demonic] spirits, nor is it necessary. The Scripture says little to satisfy our curiosity; but tells us plainly that he is always watching us, and desiring to sift us as wheat. I believe we give him no more than his due, when we charge him with having a…” quote by John Newton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c75/john-newton-6629_abundance_we-have-no-clear-ideas-of-the-agency-of_2907.jpg)
